smartness

noun

Definition of smartnessnext
1
as in elegance

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2
as in intelligence

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  1. elegance
  2. intelligence
  3. style
  4. intellect
  5. brightness
  6. chic
  7. brilliance
  8. wit
Noun
  • Years after dazzling in primetime by covering herself in fake blood, Gaga had graced the Oscars stage with utmost elegance, capable of evolving her talents and becoming a stately pop spokeswoman.
    Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Many of her items feature Swarovski crystals, which enhance their elegance and appeal.
    Angela Chan-Danisi, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of elegance
Noun
  • Today, such a contest would be made all the more unpredictable given the complexity and ambiguity of measuring progress toward something so abstract as intelligence.
    Henry A. Kissinger, Foreign Affairs, 18 Nov. 2024
  • The second episode illustrates the scope of the resources and intelligence operation required to identify and attempt to hunt him down.
    Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 16 Nov. 2024
Definition of intelligence
Noun
  • Consider adding this style that has a fuzzy inner lining to your winter closet.
    Nicol Natale, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
  • What’s a little Agatha Christie–style poisoning among the ultrarich and everyone else when prestige is on the line?
    Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
Definition of style
Noun
  • Sting blends charisma, intellect and sonic sophistication on his tour.
    Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 18 Oct. 2024
  • Meaningful work is a magnet for maximizing a leader's effort, intellect, emotional and social intelligence.
    Tony Gambill, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of intellect
Noun
  • Out of the box, in HDR Cinema mode, the Bravia 9 shows a peak brightness of 725 nits with a full-screen white field and a blazing 2,440 nits with an 18% white field.
    PCMAG, PCMAG, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Cranberry Sauce: Bourbon or Tennessee Whiskey’s Sweetness The tart, fruity brightness of cranberry sauce pairs nicely with a sweeter whiskey that can balance out its zing.
    Emily Price, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of brightness
Noun
  • From bold color palettes to playful prints, every outfit Emily Cooper and her stylish crew wears is a masterclass in French chic.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2024
  • The velvet skirt features top-stitching detail that adds even more depth to the piece while the bell sleeves add to the bohemian chic of it all.
    Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of chic
Noun
  • For cinematic brilliance, the Samsung 85-inch QN90D 4K QLED TV is now 43% off—bringing stunning visuals and premium gaming features to your living room.
    Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Fallout is the superstar standout; its fellow contenders failed to capture its brilliance (and, of course, the game experience).
    Matt Gardner, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of brilliance
Noun
  • With sly wit and improbable empathy, the show simultaneously scrutinizes the arrogance of the traditional medical establishment and the presumptions and false promises of the wellness industry.
    Patrick Brzeski, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Nov. 2024
  • Even when her efforts didn’t pay off, the sharpness of her wit and her talent for character building were still rewarding to watch.
    Ilana Kaplan, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2024
Definition of wit
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